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Work History
Education
Skills
Presentations
Community Service
Languages
Timeline
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Claudia Cruz Tirado

Claudia Cruz Tirado

Fort Lauderdale,FL

Summary

Multidisciplinary professional with 8+ years of experience in behavior therapy, elderly care, and psychosocial research. Founder of Coach Clau, LLC, providing personalized coaching and companion services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Skilled in building client rapport, fostering independence, and delivering community-based support rooted in ABA and evidence-based practices. Proven success in building client trust, fostering independence, and promoting social-emotional growth across diverse populations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Coach

Coach Clau, LLC
08.2024 - Current
  • Established a licensed company providing companion and coaching services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
  • Designed and implemented personalized support plans to foster independent living skills and enhance social integration.
  • Delivered 1:1 coaching focused on daily routines, communication, and community-based instruction for children and adults.
  • Promoted autonomy, self-confidence, and inclusion through strengths-based interventions.
  • Maintained open collaboration with families, caregivers, and support networks to ensure continuity of care.

Registered Behavior Technician

Positive Behavior Supports
09.2021 - Current
  • Founded and led "Pavlov’s Dogs," a peer support group for RBTs and student analysts focused on reducing isolation in the field through shared experiences, discussion, and professional connection.
  • Provided intervention for toddlers, 8-11, 13, 17-19 year old's across school, home, community and clinical settings.
  • Promoted positive behavior change by utilizing reinforcement strategies, functional communication (using both verbal and AAC systems) and token economies.
  • Improved client behavior by implementing individualized ABA therapy plans and tracking progress across settings (home, school, community).
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, and anecdotal notes.
  • Prevented instances of maladaptive behavior escalation using de-escalation techniques while maintaining safe environments for both staff members and clients alike.
  • Assisted BCBA's in designing personalized treatment plans tailored to each client's needs and goals.
  • Trained clients to apply appropriate social skills and behavior modification techniques.
  • Worked as part of interdisciplinary collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.

Elderly Caretaker

Serenity Home
03.2016 - 03.2021
  • Cared for approximately 6 severe Dementia, Alzheimer, and Schizophrenia patients.
  • Developed strong relationships built on trust with both clients and their families through exceptional communication skills and genuine empathy.
  • Guided clients through challenging emotional situations such as grief or adjusting to new living arrangements with sensitivity and support.
  • Assisted clients with daily living tasks, maintaining their dignity and independence while ensuring their comfort and wellbeing.
  • Nursing skills were built for medical care of ulcer wounds.
  • Read and wrote shift reports and care notes for continuity of care.

Co-Investigator

Sea Grant College Program
08.2018 - 01.2020
  • Evaluated individual's trustworthiness for access to classified information.
  • Achieved significant breakthroughs in research by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on complex projects
  • Actively participated in recruitment process for new team members, ensuring balanced skill set among personnel.
  • Collaborated with fellow researchers for efficient project management and timely completion of tasks.
  • Enhanced research accuracy by conducting thorough data analysis and interpretation.
  • Participated in regular progress meetings to present updates on key milestones and address any challenges faced during project execution.
  • Assisted with collecting and developing information from variety of sources.
  • Presented high-quality research findings at conferences, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing within scientific communities.
  • Contributed to the development of grant proposals, securing funding for vital research projects.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between team members, streamlining decision-making processes during project execution.

WORK AND STUDY PROGRAM (FAFSA)

Medical Services Depatment
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • Drafted professional memos and letters to support program objectives and growth.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.

Education

Master of Arts - Psychosocial Research-Intervention

Universidad Nacional De Córdoba
Córdoba, Argentina
08.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez
Mayaguez, PR
12.2019

Skills

  • Bilingual
  • Mentoring abilities
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Social Skills Development
  • Natural Environment Training
  • Picture Exchange Communication System
  • Augmentative Communication Devices
  • Community-Based Instruction

Presentations

  • 05/18/2018, Eleventh Congress for Research and Academic Creation, University of Puerto Rico, Carolina Campus, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder symptoms in residents of communities vulnerable to flooding in Mayagüez after Hurricane Maria
  • 06/15/2018, Sea Grant Presentation to University of Hawaii Staff and Graduate Students, University of Puerto Rico, Mayagüez Campus, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder symptoms in residents of communities vulnerable to flooding in Mayagüez after Hurricane Maria
  • 03/12/2020, Pacific Risk Conference: Building a More Resilient Pacific in Honolulu, Hawaii. PTSD, anxiety, depression symptoms and resilient factors in a sample of coastal communities after Hurricane Maria
  • 02/11/2019, First Geography Congress: Eugenio María de Hostos. National Library of Puerto Rico. Puerta de Tierra, San Juan. Poster presentation: PTSD, anxiety, depression symptoms and resilient factors in a sample of coastal communities after Hurricane Maria

Community Service

08/2018, Volunteer in Villa Michelle Shelter´s Adoptathon

2023-24, Volunteer in the Special Olympics Broward Cheerleading Team

2023, Climate Reality Project Member

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Founder & Coach

Coach Clau, LLC
08.2024 - Current

Registered Behavior Technician

Positive Behavior Supports
09.2021 - Current

Co-Investigator

Sea Grant College Program
08.2018 - 01.2020

WORK AND STUDY PROGRAM (FAFSA)

Medical Services Depatment
08.2016 - 05.2017

Elderly Caretaker

Serenity Home
03.2016 - 03.2021

Master of Arts - Psychosocial Research-Intervention

Universidad Nacional De Córdoba

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez

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